The term 'CARTOON SHRIEK' is a combination of two words, 'CARTOON' and 'SHRIEK'. The crossword solutions for this term are YEOW (4 letters) and EEK (3 letters). Yeow is an expression of surprise or pain, usually uttered in a high-pitched voice. It is often used in cartoons to indicate shock or fear. Eek is another expression of surprise or fear, usually uttered in a high-pitched voice. It is also commonly used in cartoons to indicate shock or fear. Both words are often used together to create a sound effect that conveys a sense of alarm or distress.